Airport Comparison
| BBY | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bambari Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | BBY | CHC |
| ICAO Code | FEFM | NZCH |
| City | Bambari | Christchurch |
| Country | Central African Republic | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Africa/Bangui | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 1,549 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | 5.850000, 20.650000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Bambari (BBY) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bambari Airport (BBY) in Bambari, Central African Republic to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 15,007 kilometers (9,325 miles / 8,103 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southeast at a heading of 151°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Central African Republic with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:47 in Bambari, it's 04:47 in Christchurch. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,426 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Bambari Airport.
The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Bambari (BBY) follows a heading of 222° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bambari Airport (BBY) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.